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Garment Workers Block Dhaka-Mymensingh Highway Over Wage Demands

Dhaka:Several thousand garment workers blocked the Dhaka-Mymensingh highway in the capital’s Uttara area on Thursday morning, demanding an increase in minimum wages, timely payment of wages, and an end to arbitrary worker layoffs.

According to Unite…

Former Deputy Minister Abdul Hai Dies at Age 77

Dhaka:Former Deputy Minister and BNP leader Abdul Hai passed away last night at the age of 77. He died around 130 am while receiving treatment at a private hospital in Dhanmondi, Dhaka, as confirmed by family sources.

According to Bangladesh Sangbad…

Security Measures Enhanced for Durga Puja at Border Areas

Dhaka:The paramilitary force Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) is actively ensuring security at approximately 1,800 Durga Puja mandaps situated within eight kilometers of the nation’s borders.

According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, BGB Director Gener…

Measles Symptoms Claim Four More Lives in 24 Hours

Accra:Four additional people have succumbed to measles symptoms across the country within the past 24 hours. During this period, 1,392 individuals were diagnosed with either measles symptoms or confirmed cases of measles.

According to Bangladesh San…

Security Measures Prioritized for Durga Puja Celebrations

Hathazari:State Minister for Land and Chattogram Hill Tracts Affairs, Barrister Mir Mohammad Helal Uddin, emphasized that ensuring comprehensive security during the upcoming Durga Puja is of utmost importance.

According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangsth…

Mirza Abbas Returns to Bangladesh After Treatment in Malaysia

Dhaka:BNP Standing Committee member and Prime Minister’s Political Adviser Mirza Abbas returned to Bangladesh last night following a month-long follow-up treatment in Malaysia.

According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Abbas, who is also a lawmaker …

NBR Extends VAT Return Filing Deadline to October 25

Manila:The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has extended the deadline for the online submission of VAT returns for the July-September 2026 tax periods to October 25. This extension allows taxpayers to file their returns without incurring interest or pe…